Apple updates Java support

Apple has updated the Java software in OS X. This software enables Mac users to develop and run applications and applets written in the Java programming language. The Java 1. ...more

And also today (07-Feb-2001), for the record...

Here, in brief, are some of the day's other stories. Cheaper roaming Oftel is making noises about an apparent lack of competition in the mobile sector. Of particular concern is the cost for international roaming and for calls between different mobile networks. ...more

New Centrino models take centre stage in Intel's chip troupe

A whole new range of Centrino parts have made their way onto the updated Intel processor price list. They feature the 802.11 a/b/g tri-band wireless module, which was unveiled by Intel back in August - Intel brings tri-mode wireless networking to Centrino. ...more

Microsoft tackles phishing with Office 2003 SP2

Microsoft has unveiled Service Pack 2 for Office 2003. Among the improvements, Outlook receives a series of updates to help safeguard against phishing. These include notifying the user of suspicious URLs and automatically disabling those links. ...more

EC creates new regulatory groups

EUtel? EUcom? EU-name-it we'll-regulate-it. The European Commission has announced the formation of regulatory bodies to advise on pan-EU radio spectrum policy issues. They will also advise on consistent implementation of EU regulatory policies for electronic communications networks in member states. ...more